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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical
appliance, basic
precautions should be observed, including
the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
UPRIGHT VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider
than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before conducting maintenance.
WARNING: To reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury:
nDo not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
nDo not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it
is plugged in.
nUnplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
nDo not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
nDo not allow children to operate vacuum
cleaner or use as a toy.
nClose attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
nDo not use for any purpose other than described in
this User’s Guide.
nUse only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
nDo not use with damaged cord or plug.
nIf appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, have it repaired at an authorized
service center.
nDo not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
nDo not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
nDo not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with
wet hands.
nDo not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust,
lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
nKeep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts.
nTurn off all controls before plugging or unplugging
vacuum cleaner.
nUse extra care when cleaning stairs.
nUnplug before attaching the TurboBrush.
nDo not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid,
gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the presence of
explosive liquids or vapors.
nDo not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
nDo not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space
filled with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint
thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable
dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.
nDo not pick up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
nDo not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
nDo not use without filters in place.
nUse only on dry, indoor surfaces.
nKeep appliance on a level surface.
nDo not carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running.
nBrush may unexpectedly restart. Unplug from
outlet when cleaning or servicing.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
THIS APPLIANCE HAS
A POLARIZED PLUG.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
This model is for household use only.
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